--- title: "Pals — check charity number SC054193 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pals a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054193. the advancement of education charity based in Falkirk. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pals retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:50:21.917Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pals is a registered charity (number SC054193) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Pals? Registered charity number SC054193 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Falkirk ## What does Pals do? The charitable purpose of Ladeside Primary Parent Council is to enhance the education of children attending Ladeside Primary School. The objectives of the Parent Council are: 1. To work in partnership with the school and community to create a welcoming school which is inclusive for all parents and families. 2. To promote close co-operation and communication between the school, its pupils and the Parent Forum. 3. To develop and engage in activities which support the education and welfare of the pupils. 4. To identify and represent the views of the Parent Forum on the education provided by… ## What causes is Pals registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pals yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pals is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=pals&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pals a legitimate charity? Yes. Pals is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054193) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Pals's charity number? Pals's charity number is SC054193. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054193? Search SC054193 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Pals do? The charitable purpose of Ladeside Primary Parent Council is to enhance the education of children attending Ladeside Primary School. The objectives of the Parent Council are: 1. To work in partnership with the school and community to create a welcoming school which is inclusive for all parents and families. 2. To promote close co-operation and communication between the school, its pupils and the Parent Forum. 3. To develop and engage in activities which support the education and welfare of the pupils. 4. To identify and represent the views of the Parent Forum on the education provided by… Does Pals have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pals. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Pals? Pals does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC054193).